Guest Groups: Weave In the Tapestry Trend

Whether woven for a wall hanging, chair, towel or handbag, tapestries are having a trendy moment. Tapestries’ weft and woven roots came to life during the 15th century with skilled Flemish artisans tending the loom, and they have withstood the test of time. Now en fashion again, there are both antique collectables and modern interpretations in the ready. And in a fraction of the price: ” In 1515 the Vatican spent over five times as much for 10 tapestries to line the walls of the Sistine Chapel than Michelangelo was paid three years before because of his ceiling fresco. From the latest kitchen accessories to sculptures, it is possible to find a simple way to integrate some into your home and life. — Lani from Mon Petit Chou Chou

Joel Kelly Design

This sitting area by Joel Kelly Design allows the tapestry glow with neutral colors around it. I don’t usually like a muted palette similar to this, but it allows the tapestry to be the focus — and rightly so.

Bloomingdale’s

‘Gilded Tapestry’ Dinnerware

This Gilded Tapestry place setting by Lenox is a modern take on classic woven patterns. I love the muted tones and earthy colors, which would be a perfect fit for my dining area.

Frédérique Morrel

Venus de Mylo – EUR 5,750

Frédérique Morrel gives tapestry an entire new amazing life. Animal minds, antlers and horns are everywhere in home decoration, but I have not seen anything quite like this. Each hand-crafted piece is just one of a kind — and includes a price tag to match.

French Market Collection

Bron Armchair

The Bron armchair is hand-carved and upholstered in spun wool Aubusson. I scored my own tapestry chair from Skinner Antiques and Auctions this year for a steal.

Barneys New York

Dransfield & Ross Brocade Parrot Pillow – $365

This brocade parrot pillow is a riot of color, flora and fauna. It is guaranteed to fit in any area. I would love to add this to my recently remodeled analysis.

1stdibs

Framed Tapestry Cartoons

This pair of French styled tapestry cartoons makes for a distinctive and artful wall grouping. The layout reminds me of my bedroom screen, and these would make a beautiful quad hanging over a dresser.

Etsy

Vintage 1920s French Chateau Scene Tapestry from The French Boudoir – $235

Echoing Jean-Honoré Fragonard’s painting “The Swing”, this classic 1920s French tapestry is an affordable way to hang a classic in your home.

Anthropologie

Tapestry Dish Towels – $24

Tapestry dish towels, times three, in Anthropologie give you a color for each kitchen.

Sam Allen Custom Home Design

A tapestry in a bathroom? It is definitely one of the last places I would expect to find one, which makes it simply all the better.

Tapestry Ottoman – $1,275

Each woven ottoman out of HW Home is unique and created from a one-of-a-kind kilim rug.

ZARA HOME

Oran Throw – $159

This tapestry-inspired throw would be a beautiful addition to a cozy reading corner or couch. It is ideal for snuggling up with my pups.

1stdibs

French Trunk Covered in Antique Paisley Tapestry

I am not typically a fan of modifying antique trunks in their original states, but in this circumstance, I will make an exception. This French trunk covered in a classic paisley tapestry would look beating in the end of a bed or at the entryway.

Suzie-Stanford

Tapestry Chair

Australian programmer Suzie-Stanford (famous for her jewelry collections in Paul Smith) has embarked on a fresh and fantastic project. She’s been collecting discarded tapestries she then snips, sews and magically turns into random, professionally manicured functions of art. C’est magnifique!

Robin King Designs

Lamb Tapestry Tray – $125

This tapestry-inspired tray out of artist Robin King features a tiny lamb. I love the patina and crackle finish. It is rustic, charming and perfect for serving up some tea or even for hanging at a nursery.

Robin King Designs

French Lovers Platter, Hollyyhock Border – $89

Oh la la, French fans appear to be a recurring tapestry theme. This oval platter displays a fetching couple engaging at a picnic and some amour. Each one is made to purchase.

Tom Meaney Architect, AIA

This quirky red room is an eclectic juxtaposition of modern, antique, coral, zebra and tapestry. It is just the kind of room that I would be totally at home in, and I would love to have within my area.

1stdibs

Regency-Style Settee Upholstered at 18th Century Tapestry

This Regency-style settee is upholstered in an 18th century tapestry. The last result is absolutely stunning.

Jonathan Adler

J’accuse Pillow, Left – $165

Jonathan Adler’s J’accuse needlepoint pillows are modern and quirky. They don’t strictly interpret classical tapestries, but they are simply too fun to ignore. A pair of them are too ideal on a bed, one for the left and one for your best.

1stdibs

Antique Tapestry out of Second Chinese Series of Bouchet

This is antique and ideal for my living room. My husband and I have been on the search for a tapestry for a while, and this one is a wonder.

Frédérique Morrel

Vermeer Half & Half – EUR 8,500

Splitting a pair of fans on a tapestry-covered deer is bizarre and fabulous at the exact same time.

Horchow

Colette Rug – $549

The muted tones of this Colette rug would perfectly match my bedroom. It could be time to update.

Needlepoint Pillows

French Tapestry Aubusson Pillow – $325

This handmade French silk tapestry pillow out of Richard Rothstein and Co. seems as though it came straight from Versailles. It is utterly sweet and feminine.

Etsy

Tapestry Fabric, Vintage Floral by Queen Decor – $30

The Etsy shop Queen Decor is well stocked with classic fabrics that are fantastic for your own DIY project.

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